On theological disagreement
Have you ever found yourself embroiled in a contentious theological debate with a friend or family member? If so, it may help to remember “not every debate is a matter of life and death,” says columnist David Guretzki. Read his full column in the Sep/Oct Faith Today.
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Podcast: Jesus and the revolutionary kingdom of peace
Jesse Nickel of Columbia Bible College in Abbotsford, B.C., published a compelling book last year about how Jesus' ministry and presentation of the Kingdom of God contrast with human understandings of power. He recently talked with host Bill Fledderus about the challenge we face to understand shalom is at the heart of Jesus’ teachings and life.
Catholic-Evangelical Dialogue reflects on reconciliation with Indigenous people
Canada’s Roman Catholic–Evangelical Dialogue has just completed a two-year series of meetings on reconciliation and residential schools. Participants have worked to listen deeply to Indigenous people and encourage churches across Canada to do the same as they seek right relationships on the local level. “It’s about dialogue, study, prayer, action,” says Glenn Smith, evangelical co-chair of the Dialogue. Read more at FaithToday.ca.
Calgary, Sept. 12-13, Roger Helland, speaking at Centre Street Church’s Serve Conference about prayer and the Father’s heart for holiness
Online, Sept. 17: EFC event (affiliates and donors only): “Pray for life and hope: Stop MAiD for mental illness.” Roger Helland leading prayer and Julia Beazley and Beth Hiemstra presenting on MAiD
Calgary, Sept. 20, David Guretzki speaking at Faith Matters on MAiD in Canada – A Matter of Life & Death
Chestermere, Alta., Sept. 21, David Guretzki speaking on the EFC’s work at Lake Ridge Community Church
Oakville, Sept. 26, Don McNiven speaking to seniors’ group at Oakridge Bible Chapel
Additional Christian community calendar events
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Practicing Peace with Creation (FTLOC), online, Sept. 10
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Supporting Mental Wellbeing in Church and Ministry (New Leaf / Shalem), online, Thursdays Sept. 11 to Oct. 2
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MCC Festival for World Relief, Abbotsford, B.C., Sept. 12-13
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Être ambassadeurs d’espoir dans une ère de désespoir (Gaétan Roy/l’Alliance évangélique mondiale), Longueuil, Sept. 13
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YouthLeaderU: Ministry Forum (Redeemer University), Ancaster, Ont., Sept. 17
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The Science of Decision-Making (Kentro/Chris Bosch), online, Sept. 17
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Building Blocks of a Prevailing Church (Church Vitalization Summit), online, Sept. 18
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Intergenerational Ministry: More Radical than We Realize (Knox Centre for Lifelong Learning), online, Sept. 18
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Stories in Song: Paraguay Comes to Canada (Generation Rising), Leamington, Sept. 19; Floradale, Ont., Sept. 20; St. Catharines, Sept. 21
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Hear My Voice: Crafting a Personal Spiritual Legacy (Dr. Katherine Piderman), Sept. 20
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Celebration of Culture: Reconciliation Learning Day (Salvation Army Indigenous Ministries), Aurora, Sept. 20
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Ministry Leaders 7-Day Renewal Retreat (Kerith/FOTF), Nestleton, Ont., Sept. 22-29, Oct. 13-20; East Braintree, Man., Sept. 22-29, Oct. 13-20
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Canadian Stories of Transforming Culture (TOWC), online, Sept. 23
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Launch a “Raw Carrot” Social Enterprise (The Raw Carrot), webinar, Sept. 24
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Leading the Church through Times of Conflict (Conrad Grebel UC), online workshop, Sept. 23-26
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National Conference (Christian Legal Fellowship), Mississauga, Sept. 26-28
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Ignite Kootenays (Ignite Prayer Canada/Roger Helland, Willy Reimer, Phil Wagler), Cranbrook, B.C., Sept. 26
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Jesus to the Nations Missions Conference (World Vision/Samaritan’s Purse/Gather to Go), Moncton, Sept. 26-27
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Wor/th seminar on worship and theology (Matt Redman/Matt Maher/etc.), Ancaster, Sept. 27